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Woman assaulted and robbed near Merle Hay Rd in Des Moines, Des Moines IA

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Near Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50322

A woman was assaulted and robbed near Merle Hay Rd in Des Moines. The suspect forced her to come, then choked and beat her before taking her money. The suspect was initially thought to have left but was later reported still at the scene.

Audio|Source: Polk County, Dallas County, and Warren County Public Safety and ISP
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Transcript:
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How do you make this robbery report? near Merle Hay Rd.
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Female was choked, beat up, and robbed about 10 minutes ago.
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Suspect told her to come here, then assaulted her and took her money.
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Suspect is no longer unseen.
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Wait,
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It looks like suspect is actually on scene, so let me find you another.
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Hi, Venham, DP.

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Location mentioned:
Near Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50322

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